Background:
The Afghan Transition Coordination Commission (TCC) is mandated to help the government develop its 2011-2014 strategy for a full transition of security and development policies to Afghan institutions, leadership and ownership. Some USD $5 billion will be spent on strengthening the Afghan security forces and Afghans will get priority in implementing projects. In addition there is a focused effort to resolve land access problems in Kabul, Herat, Jalalabad, and Mazar-e-Sharif in order to promote economic development. The government also plans increased resources into supporting export develop0ment, including dried and fresh fruits. In regards to international efforts, the government is supporting increased trade agreements and a higer level of foreign direct investment.